Akimbot
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This self-described throwback to the golden era of PS2 platforming classics falls short of expectations.
Akimbot is a fun platformer that can be expanded upon with a sequel. The weapons are too simple for a sci-fi game like this, but they all feel fantastic to control nonetheless.
It is pleasing to that games like Akimbot are still being made, as there is a definite place in the market for well-crafted examples of platforming run and gun action.
It takes a good deal of recklessness to develop a video game similar in every respect to Ratchet & Clank, knowing what kind of production you're up against. Akimbot, without mincing words, comes out in pieces; not because it's not funny, but because of the compulsive desire to be a clone of the masterpiece Insomniac. Ironically, the most interesting sections are those with their own character, without wanting at all costs to include citations of other people's intellectual property. A real shame, because technically it is well made and offers a good level of challenge, but it is penalized by the merciless comparison.
Review in Italian | Read full review
While trying to pay tribute to classic platformers, Akimbot fell short when it came to making its own identity. The main characters weren't that interesting and the story was predictable, but it did have a couple of strengths. The look of the world and a great soundtrack makes this game an admirable effort, even if it wasn't successful.
Akimbot is, without a doubt, a good 3D platformer that honors its biggest and most obvious references, with good world-building, more-of-the-same narrative and competent mechanics. But it dares little and hardly dares to explore anything beyond what we have seen before.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
"Akimbot" is a love letter to the early platformers of the Playstation 2, you can see that in every minute of play. Even if the game doesn't manage to completely capture the charm of the past, it still offers enough fun moments. "Akimbot" doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it doesn't have to, as there is currently little to no modern competition in this genre. In any case, we are looking forward to the developer's next project, because there is a lot of potential for a future hit here.
Review in German | Read full review
An interesting platform game, but somewhat outdated on a visual and playable level
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